The Gospel According to Stephenson

John Schuermann

The Gospel According to Stephenson

John Schuermann

Horror,
Sci-Fi

Feature

Colorado Springs

Awakening after a century-long sleep, a "real life" vampire with seemingly supernatural powers leverages our vampire-crazed culture to spread his twisted gospel and establish his kind as the dominant species on our planet. Standing in his way - a skeptical cop and the tools of modern science.

Awakening after a century-long sleep, a "real life" vampire with seemingly supernatural powers leverages our vampire-crazed culture to spread his twisted gospel and establish his kind as the dominant species on our planet. Standing in his way - a skeptical cop and the tools of modern science.

226 supporters

307 followers

Green Light

RAISED $35,027

for PRE-PRODUCTION

226 supporters, 307 followers

About The Project

"The Gospel According to Stephenson" is a vampire film with the theme of the believer vs. the skeptic at the very heart of the film's conflict. The story concerns the appearance of what appears to be a supernatural being in our modern society - Stephenson - and how the worldview of the people he comes in contact with colors their perception of him. Those with a supernatural worldview – “The Believers” - see him as an evil being needing to be stopped in the name of God and morality. Those with a naturalistic world view – “The Skeptics” - see vampirism as a disease that needs to be understood, and if necessary, cured.

Awakening after a 117-year sleep, Stephenson (Matt Block) - a hybrid form of human being with vampire-like characteristics – discovers a world he could never have imagined. Capitalizing on modern society’s pop culture obsession with vampires, he lures followers into adopting the vampire “lifestyle,” with its promise of an amoral and responsibility-free existence. As the centerpiece of his master plan, Stephenson appeals to the human desire for immortality to promote his own Gospel of "Eternal Life, Guaranteed" - the foundation of his new religion.

Standing in Stephenson’s way are the forces of modern law enforcement and scientific skepticism, embodied by Officer Sam Bowden (Jason Coviello) and Doctor David Bradford. With the assistance of Detective Karen Harper, they slowly unravel the mysteries of Stephenson’s existence and work to stop him from implementing his plans to divide and conquer our society.

Complicating matters is Police Chief Dobson (Tony Todd), who sees Stephenson as the embodiment of evil and of Satan’s influence in our world. Also caught in the crossfire is Sam’s wife Jessica (Jessica Duffy), a recovering alcoholic who is severely tempted by Stephenson’s promise of a responsibility-free (and eternal) life. Eventually, the fate of her husband and perhaps the world turns on her decisions.

By exploring religious, scientific and political themes within a horror / science fiction framework, our goal is to encourage people to re-examine their worldviews and belief systems while being entertained by a straightforward, fun, and darkly satirical vampire tale. With all the current political debate about the role of religion in government, we are excited about exploring the clash between belief systems and objective, scientific reality in a unique and entertaining fashion. Much in the same way that pop culture visionaries such as Gene Roddenberry ("Star Trek") used fantastical settings to explore "hot button" cultural issues, we hope that our science fiction / horror setting will allow us to examine these issues without being heavy handed or - despite the subject matter - preachy.

Incentives

$5

ETERNAL THANKS GUARANTEED

...and your name listed “in lights” on StephensonMovie.com.

$7

DIGITAL POSTCARD

...with a personal thank you from the producer, director or Stephenson himself and your name “in lights” on our website.

$30

PROSELYTIZING KIT

PROSELYTIZING KIT with an Eternal Life Button and Religious Tract containing Stephenson’s Gospel Message, plus a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$40

FULL MOVIE SOUNDTRACK

FULL MOVIE SOUNDTRACK available as a digital download, plus exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$42

PROSELYTIZING KIT

PROSELYTIZING KIT with an Eternal Life Button and Religious Tract containing Stephenson’s Gospel Message, plus a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website. Limited number used on screen during making of the proof of concept trailer.

$50

FINISHED FILM

FINISHED FILM- The Gospel According to Stephenson Movie available as a digital download with your NAME in the End Credits! Plus digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard, and your name “in lights” on our website.

$75

YOUR CHOICE OF SIGNED DVD OF BLU-RAY

Your choice of Signed DVD or Blu-Ray of The Gospel According to StephensonMovie autographed by Stephenson himself with your NAME in the End Credits, a digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$150

VISIT THE SET (if you dare)

Spend one day on set during production with the cast and crew with VIP access(transportation not provided) and get a signed DVD or Blu-Ray with your NAME in the End Credits, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$200

BE AN EXTRA

Get eternal life guaranteed by living forever as an extra in our film and get a signed DVD or Blu-ray with your NAME in the End Credits, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$250

MOVIE POSTER

24” x 36” signed by Stephenson himself -- actor MATT BLOCK, plus a signed DVD or Blu-ray with your NAME in the End Credits, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$350

CUSTOM LOGO DESIGN

CUSTOM LOGO DESIGN – Get a custom-designed, animated logo for the opening credits of YOUR film created by Stephenson graphic artist, STEVE SABELL*. Plus a signed DVD or Blu-ray of the movie with your NAME in the End Credits, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard, and your name “in lights” on our website. *Within 90 days after completion of campaign.

$1,000

HOLLYWOOD ICON PHOTOSHOOT

HOLLYWOOD ICON PHOTOSHOOT - Become a classic Hollywood Icon by starring in a photo shoot with our Key Art Photographer, RALPH GIORDANO (facebook.com/TributeToClassicHollywood). Includes professional make-up and styling, 8x10 and digital copies and a signed DVD or Blu-ray of the movie with your NAME in the End Credits, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$1,250

LIFE COACH

LIFE COACH - Stressed out about you film career? Having anger or communication issues with your cast or crew? Then some "coaching" might be in order.

10 Life Coaching Sessions (one hour each via Skype) with Stephenson Producer/Creative Consultant JIM MUSANTE (over 20 years coaching experience) plus a signed DVD or Blu-ray of the movie with your NAME in the End Credits, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$2,000

MONSTER MAKEUP SESSION

MONSTER MAKEUP SESSION - with a FaceOffContestant. Get one full head and face makeup session with Stephenson Special Effects Artist and current FaceOff Contestant, KEVON WARD*. Plus: a signed DVD or Blu-ray of the movie with your NAME in the End Credits, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website. *(Fulfilled in the Greater Denver, CO upon consultation with the designer on a mutually agreed upon date).

$3,000

ASSOCIATE PRODUCER CREDIT

ASSOCIATE PRODUCERCREDIT – Your NAME listed as an Associate Producer on IMDB and prominently displayed as Associate Producer in the end credits of The Gospel According to Stephenson plus a signed DVD or Blu-ray of the movie, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard, and your name “in lights” on our website.

$5,000

CO-PRODUCER CREDIT

CO-PRODUCER CREDIT – Your NAME listed as a Co-Producer on IMDB and prominently displayed as Co-Producer in the end credits of The Gospel According to Stephenson plus a signed DVD or Blu-ray of the movie, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard, and your name “in lights” on our website.

$7,500

EXECUTIVE-PRODUCER CREDIT

EXECUTIVE-PRODUCERCREDIT – Your NAME listed as Executive Producer on IMDB and your own TITLE CARD in the end credits of The Gospel According to Stephenson plus a signed DVD or Blu-ray of the movie, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$10,000

CORPORATE SPONSOR CREDIT

CORPORATE SPONSORCREDIT – The Gospel According to Stephenson “Presented By” your COMPANY NAME or logo prominently displayed in the OPENING and END credits. Plus a signed DVD or Blu-ray of the movie, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$30

PROSELYTIZING KIT

PROSELYTIZING KIT with an Eternal Life Button and Religious Tract containing Stephenson’s Gospel Message, plus a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$40

FULL MOVIE SOUNDTRACK

FULL MOVIE SOUNDTRACK available as a digital download, plus exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$42

PROSELYTIZING KIT

PROSELYTIZING KIT with an Eternal Life Button and Religious Tract containing Stephenson’s Gospel Message, plus a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website. Limited number used on screen during making of the proof of concept trailer.

$50

FINISHED FILM

FINISHED FILM- The Gospel According to Stephenson Movie available as a digital download with your NAME in the End Credits! Plus digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard, and your name “in lights” on our website.

$75

YOUR CHOICE OF SIGNED DVD OF BLU-RAY

Your choice of Signed DVD or Blu-Ray of The Gospel According to StephensonMovie autographed by Stephenson himself with your NAME in the End Credits, a digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$150

VISIT THE SET (if you dare)

Spend one day on set during production with the cast and crew with VIP access(transportation not provided) and get a signed DVD or Blu-Ray with your NAME in the End Credits, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$200

BE AN EXTRA

Get eternal life guaranteed by living forever as an extra in our film and get a signed DVD or Blu-ray with your NAME in the End Credits, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.

$250

MOVIE POSTER

24” x 36” signed by Stephenson himself -- actor MATT BLOCK, plus a signed DVD or Blu-ray with your NAME in the End Credits, digital movie soundtrack, exclusive extras and bloopers, a digital postcard and your name “in lights” on our website.